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FRAMES Photography Podcast with Timothy Hogan
What does it take to sustain creativity, push technical boundaries, and build longevity in a career as a commercial photographer and tabletop director?
In this episode of Frames Podcast, I reflect on my creative journey—how I moved from still photography to high-speed motion control and what I’ve learned along the way.
We covered:
- How my background in hands-on craftsmanship shaped my work
- The transition from photography to directing motion
- The role of problem-solving in creative longevity
- Why staying true to your instincts is everything in this industry
If you’re in advertising, production, or brand storytelling, this episode is packed with insights on how to create striking, high-impact visuals that capture attention.
In This Episode, I Share:
✔️ How my early experiments in photography shaped my creative approach
✔️ The transition from still photography to motion control cinematography
✔️ Why problem-solving and technical mastery fuel my best work
✔️ The role of patience and experimentation in creating high-impact visuals
✔️ How to balance commercial work with personal creative projects
✔️ Insights on navigating burnout, reinvention, and finding your creative “thread”
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| Timestamp | Topic |
|---|---|
| 0:00 | Introduction & personal background |
| 3:45 | Early creative influences & hands-on craftsmanship |
| 6:55 | Discovering photography & the transition from curiosity to career |
| 12:30 | The power of problem-solving in photography and filmmaking |
| 17:06 | Moving to New York & assisting top photographers |
| 21:50 | Lessons learned from the fast-paced world of commercial photography |
| 30:52 | Transitioning to motion control & high-speed cinematography |
| 39:50 | Balancing precision and creativity in visual storytelling |
| 46:28 | Finding purpose in commercial and personal creative projects |
| 53:43 | Overcoming creative burnout & rediscovering artistic passion |
| 1:02:04 | Final thoughts on creative longevity & pushing artistic boundaries |